With around 15,000 games played each year…
…by over 19,000 registered players…
…for upwards of 1,500 teams…
…representing nearly 200 clubs…

WE ARE THE BIGGEST U7 TO U14 YOUTH LEAGUE IN THE COUNTRY

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Football For All

Founded as the Young Elizabethan league, and now affectionately known as the YEL, our mission is to create opportunities for boys and girls to enjoy the game at every level. From playing in organised, safe environments, to upholding the highest level of respect for referees, teammates and opposition alike, we strive to be the very best youth football league in the UK. 

Whilst we are moving forward with a modern 21st Century image and an upgraded management system for running the league efficiently and professionally, our footballing ethos has not changed and is still underpinned by the simple message of

‘Sportsmanship above all’

 

A NEW YEL IDENTITY
– INSPIRED BY YOUTH

As part of our continual drive to provide the most consistent, professional and relevant service to our members, we have undertaken an rebranding exercise that delivers a fresh look, feel and tone that is more representative of our most important asset… young players!

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DIARY DATES

  • 16th Deadline day for player registrations/transfers for 2026/2027 season
  • 1st – Applications open for NEW and existing YEL teams/clubs for 2025/26 season
  • 30th – Spring season ends for League games (unless extended by the league)
  • 9th/10th – U9 & U10 Cup Finals at Clifton AW FC, U13/U14 Cup Finals at Ilkeston Town FC, Ilkeston
  • 12th & 14th – Cup Finals at Basford
  • 16th – U13/U14 Cup Finals at Ilkeston Town FC, Ilkeston U11/U12 Cup Finals at Rushcliffe & Clifton AW.
  • 17th – U13/U14 Cup Finals at Ilkeston Town FC, Ilkeston – U11/U12 Cup Finals at Rushcliffe & Clifton AW FC
  • 31st – Applications officially close for NEW clubs for 2026/27 season
  • 31st – Target date for all existing teams on scoreline to confirm or remove teams
  • 31st – All outstanding 2025/26 invoices must be settled in order for clubs to be eligible to join the new season
  • 6th & 7th – Spring Season YEL Awards at the Royal Concert Hall
  • 11th – ONLINE AGM start – Club Secretaries to attend
  • 14th – U14s Awards event at The Nest, Notts County FC

  • 1st – Last day for U9-U14 team applications to be received to guarantee inclusion in 2026/27 season
  • TBC – Online meeting for all new managers for the 2026/27 season. All existing YEL managers are also welcome to join.
  • 24th – Deadline for minimum number of players to be registered on FA systems
  • 24th – Deadline for all outstanding team league fees invoices to be settled 26/27
  • 24th – last day for free withdrawals from the league
  • 24th – Last day for entering a U9-U14 team for season 2026-27
  • Summer Holidays – opportunities to play friendly games with other YEL teams

  • 5th/6th – Winter season starts

  • Nottinghamshire Half term – 16th – 1st Nov

  • 19th/20th – Winter season ends
  • 9th/10th – Spring season starts

  • TBC – YEL Awards – Winter season at the Royal Concert Hall
  • TBC – YEL Awards – Winter season at the Royal Concert Hall

  • 16th – Deadline day for player registration/transfers for 26/27 season
  • 1st – Applications open for NEW and existing YEL teams/clubs for 2027/2028 season
  • 30th – Spring season ends for League games (unless extended by the league)

  • TBC – U10 & U11 Cup finals
  • TBC – U12-U14 Cup finals
  • 31st – Applications officially close for new clubs/teams for 2027/28 season
  • 31st – Deadline for all outstanding 2026/27 invoices must be settled in order for clubs to be eligible to join the new season

USEFUL INFORMATION

Useful information for Managers and Coaches

Useful information, tips, guides and rules for Managers and Coaches…

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Useful information for Players and Parents

Useful information, tips, guides and rules for Parents and Players…

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Useful information and Advice for Referees

Useful information, tips, guides and rules for Referees…

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FA WHOLE GAME SYSTEM (WGS) PLAYER PHOTO REQUIREMENT

We need a good, clear, head and shoulders, portrait image, where the player’s head is at least half the height of the picture. Please ensure your images match what is required to avoid rejection.

THINK!
RESPECT THE GAME!

Most parents get it; Most coaches get it; Most players get it. SOME DON’T and when they don’t EVERYBODY SUFFERS.

If you don’t get it WATCH THE VIDEO and put yourself in their position.

Read more about YELs approach to Safeguarding and Respect